Austin's Backyard Marathon & Memorial Day Remembrance Run

AUSTIN'S BACKYARD MARATHON How Far Will You Go? "So, the last shall be first, and the first last" BRONZE TICKET QUALIFIER Texas Hill Country Paradise Nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, our event takes place in Lago Vista, just 30 miles northwest of Austin. The course winds around a peninsula jutting into Lake Travis, offering stunning water views and the natural beauty of Central Texas. Experience the perfect blend of challenging terrain and breathtaking landscapes that will keep you motivated hour after hour. Join us for the inaugural Austin's Backyard Marathon & Memorial Day Remembrance Run, a unique endurance event that allows you to push your limits in the beautiful Hill Country. This officially sanctioned Backyard Ultra is not just a race — it's a test of mental fortitude, strategic pacing, and physical endurance that will challenge you in ways you've never experienced. The Backyard Ultra Format Last Person Standing Challenge This is an officially sanctioned Backyard Ultra. Complete each 4.167-mile loop within 60 minutes to continue. A new loop starts at the top of each hour. Following our successful 2025 inaugural event, we are working toward Bronze Ticket qualifying status for 2026. Check back for updates on our certification progress! Memorial Day Remembrance Run Set Your Own Challenge for a Memorial Day Remembrance Run While the last runner standing wins the overall championship and qualifying spot, you're welcome to participate according to your own goals. Many runners choose to complete a specific number of loops rather than competing in the last-person-standing challenge. You'll earn recognition based on your achievement: Complete 1 loop (4-miles) for a woodallion, 4 loops for half marathon medal, 7 loops for marathon medal, or 8+ loops for ultra medal. Simply notify race staff when you've reached your personal goal. The Rules for the Last Runner Standing Are Simple The course is a 4.167-mile (6.706 km) loopA new loop starts at the top of each hourParticipants must complete each loop within the hour to continueRunners are eliminated if they fail to complete a loop in time or choose not to start the next loopThe last person to complete a loop is declared the overall winner Race Distance Equivalents Half Marathon 4 Loops 13.1 miles Marathon 7 Loops 26.2 miles 50K 8 Loops 31 miles 50 Miles 12 Loops 50 miles 100K 15 Loops 62 miles 100 Miles 24 Loops 100 miles Unique Course Features Day Course (7 AM - 7 PM) During daylight hours, runners will navigate the southern part of the park. This loop winds around a peninsula jutting into Lake Travis, through more densely wooded areas with water views. The southern course follows the natural contours of the lake, with numerous bends and turns that prevent monotony. Night Course (7 PM - 7 AM) As darkness falls, the competition shifts to the northern section of the park. This nighttime challenge presents a completely different set of obstacles and terrain, forcing runners to adapt their strategies and pacing. This course switch adds a fascinating tactical element to the race, especially for those pushing well into the night hours. "This variation in terrain—from exposed shoreline paths to shaded forest sections, and from day to night routes—will provide crucial diversity over extended hours of running. The course change also gives runners a mental reset at the 12-hour mark, which can be psychologically significant in a format that tests mental endurance as much as physical stamina." Awards Finisher Medal Complete at least one loop 🏅 Half Marathon Medal Complete 4 loops (13.1 miles) 🥈 Marathon Medal Complete 7 loops (26.2 miles) 🥇 Ultra Medal Complete 8+ loops (33.336+ miles) 🏆 Last Person Standing Overall winner + Bronze Ticket 👑 What's Included Event Entry Access to this unique endurance challenge in the Texas Hill Country Custom Event T-shirt Commemorative shirt to remember your achievement Finisher's Medal Earn a medal by completing at least one loop Aid Station Support Fully stocked aid stations to keep you going hour after hour Ready to Test Your Limits? Join us for this unique endurance challenge in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. How many loops can you complete? REGISTER NOW!